First Baptist Church Van Buren

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Our story begins on March 7th 2021. One swipe right and the rest is history. Joey was working on a project in Poteau and I was passing through town on the way to OKC for a family members funeral when we showed up on each others profile. We began messaging shortly after and decided to meet for church and lunch the following Sunday. Joey made the drive from McAlester to Fort Smith and there began the weekly trips. It didn't take long for us to realize that what we have is special so we began praying over our next steps. Our first step was moving closer to each other. Joey selflessly decided to move to Fort Smith at the end of July and everything began falling into place. We knew our next goal was to prepare for marriage. December 12th will always be one of my favorite days. Joey put together a Christmas photoshoot at the local tree farm - I know how much he hates getting his pictures taken so I knew something was up. At the end of the photoshoot I turned around and he was down on one knee with tears running down his face asking me to be his wife. It was so special and so sweet. We ended the evening going to eat sushi and watching Christmas movies. It was perfect and it was us. To the man standing in front of a ferris wheel chomping on a turkey leg as his tinder profile picture - you are everything I have ever prayed for in a man and so much more. October 1st cannot get here fast enough.

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Near Baptist Health-Van BurenMake yourself at home in one of the 68 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area, an IHG Hotel in Van Buren, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Baptist Health-Van Buren and Kay Rodgers Park.  This hotel is 12.3 mi (19.9 km) from Fort Smith Convention Center and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Harper Arena.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Baptist Health-Van Buren - 3.6 km / 2.3 mi  Kay Rodgers Park - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi  Harper Arena - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi  Baptist Health-Fort Smith - 13.8 km / 8.6 mi  Riverfront Amphitheater - 15.5 km / 9.6 mi  Central Mall - 18.7 km / 11.6 mi  Fort Smith Museum of History - 19 km / 11.8 mi  Trolley Museum - 19.3 km / 12 mi  Mercy Hospital Fort Smith - 19.4 km / 12 mi  Fort Smith National Historic Site - 19.4 km / 12.1 mi  CHRISTUS DUBUIS Hospital of Fort Smith - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi  Advance Care Hospital-Ft Smith - 19.6 km / 12.2 mi  Fort Smith National Cemetery - 19.7 km / 12.3 mi  Fort Smith Convention Center - 19.9 km / 12.3 mi  Cherokee Casino Roland - 20.4 km / 12.7 mi  The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area, an IHG Hotel is Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 21.2 km / 13.2 mi Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area, an IHG Hotel. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.

Holiday Inn Express Suites Van Buren-Ft Smith Area

Near Baptist Health-Van BurenMake yourself at home in one of the 58 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.With a stay at Comfort Inn & Suites Van Buren - Fort Smith, you'll be centrally located in Van Buren, within a 15-minute drive of Fort Smith Convention Center and Baptist Health-Van Buren.  This hotel is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Kay Rodgers Park and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Harper Arena.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Baptist Health-Van Buren - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi  Kay Rodgers Park - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi  Harper Arena - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi  Fort Smith Convention Center - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi  Trolley Museum - 12.5 km / 7.7 mi  Fort Smith Museum of History - 12.5 km / 7.8 mi  Riverfront Amphitheater - 12.6 km / 7.8 mi  Fort Smith National Historic Site - 12.7 km / 7.9 mi  Fort Smith National Cemetery - 12.8 km / 8 mi  Baptist Health-Fort Smith - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi  Central Mall - 18.5 km / 11.5 mi  Mercy Hospital Fort Smith - 18.8 km / 11.7 mi  CHRISTUS DUBUIS Hospital of Fort Smith - 19.1 km / 11.9 mi  Advance Care Hospital-Ft Smith - 19.1 km / 11.9 mi  Mercy Clinic Convenient care - 20 km / 12.5 mi  The nearest airports are:Tulsa International Airport (TUL) - 194.3 km / 120.7 mi Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 21 km / 13.1 mi The preferred airport for Comfort Inn & Suites Van Buren - Fort Smith is Tulsa International Airport (TUL). Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and a reception hall.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Comfort Inn & Suites Van Buren - Fort Smith

Near Mercy Hospital Fort SmithMake yourself at home in one of the 178 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.With a stay at Hampton Inn Fort Smith, you'll be centrally located in Fort Smith, within a 10-minute drive of Fort Smith Convention Center and Central Mall.  This hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Mercy Hospital Fort Smith and 1 mi (1.6 km) from CHRISTUS DUBUIS Hospital of Fort Smith.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Mercy Hospital Fort Smith - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi  Advance Care Hospital-Ft Smith - 1.6 km / 1 mi  CHRISTUS DUBUIS Hospital of Fort Smith - 1.6 km / 1 mi  Central Mall - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi  Mercy Clinic Convenient care - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi  Sparks PremierCare - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi  Fort Smith Convention Center - 6.9 km / 4.3 mi  Baptist Health-Fort Smith - 7 km / 4.3 mi  Trolley Museum - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi  Fort Smith Museum of History - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi  Fort Smith National Historic Site - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi  Fort Smith National Cemetery - 7.5 km / 4.6 mi  Riverfront Amphitheater - 7.5 km / 4.7 mi  Kay Rodgers Park - 9.2 km / 5.7 mi  Harper Arena - 9.2 km / 5.7 mi  The preferred airport for Hampton Inn Fort Smith is Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an indoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held on select days. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Hampton Inn Fort Smith

Near Mercy Hospital Fort SmithMake yourself at home in one of the 83 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, while DVD players and cable programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, and housekeeping is provided on request.With a stay at Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Smith I-540 in Fort Smith, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of Fort Smith Convention Center and Mercy Hospital Fort Smith.  This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from CHRISTUS DUBUIS Hospital of Fort Smith and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Advance Care Hospital-Ft Smith.Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.  Mercy Hospital Fort Smith - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi  Advance Care Hospital-Ft Smith - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi  CHRISTUS DUBUIS Hospital of Fort Smith - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi  Central Mall - 2 km / 1.3 mi  Mercy Clinic Convenient care - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi  Sparks PremierCare - 6.2 km / 3.9 mi  Fort Smith Convention Center - 6.8 km / 4.3 mi  Baptist Health-Fort Smith - 6.9 km / 4.3 mi  Trolley Museum - 7 km / 4.4 mi  Fort Smith Museum of History - 7.1 km / 4.4 mi  Fort Smith National Historic Site - 7.3 km / 4.6 mi  Fort Smith National Cemetery - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi  Kay Rodgers Park - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi  Harper Arena - 9.1 km / 5.7 mi  Riverfront Amphitheater - 9.5 km / 5.9 mi  The preferred airport for Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Smith I-540 is Fort Smith, AR (FSM-Fort Smith Regional) - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a nightclub, a water park (surcharge), and a health club. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the complimentary area shuttle.Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available on request).A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.

Comfort Inn & Suites Fort Smith I-540

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Morghan & Joel

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